Saturation of abandoned pets in French animal rescue centres: French animal rescue centres are facing saturation due to a significant number of abandoned pets. More than 100,000 pets are abandoned in France every year, with a majority being dumped before or during the summer holidays. Animal rescuers are expecting an increase in the number of abandoned pets compared to last year.
Shortage of space and facilities in shelters: Many animal shelters in France are desperately short of space and are expanding their facilities to accommodate more animals. The Society for the Protection of Animals (SPA) has already accepted 12,000 animals since the beginning of summer and has raised the alarm, seeking funds to help saturated refuges. Other animal refuges run by associations have also reported a surge in abandoned pets.
Financial difficulties contributing to abandonment: Families in France are facing financial difficulties, with inflation causing household expenses, pet feed, and veterinary bills to rise. As a result, families are dropping plans to adopt animals due to financial reasons. The Covid lockdown has also led to pet owners realizing that their adopted pets are incompatible with their post-Covid lifestyle, leading to abandonment.
Shortage of space and facilities in shelters: Many animal shelters in France are desperately short of space and are expanding their facilities to accommodate more animals. The Society for the Protection of Animals (SPA) has already accepted 12,000 animals since the beginning of summer and has raised the alarm, seeking funds to help saturated refuges. Other animal refuges run by associations have also reported a surge in abandoned pets.
Financial difficulties contributing to abandonment: Families in France are facing financial difficulties, with inflation causing household expenses, pet feed, and veterinary bills to rise. As a result, families are dropping plans to adopt animals due to financial reasons. The Covid lockdown has also led to pet owners realizing that their adopted pets are incompatible with their post-Covid lifestyle, leading to abandonment.
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